Rodney Gene Barrow
July 10, 1953 - September 25, 2021
Obituary
LODI - Rodney Gene Barrow, age 68, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at his home.
He was born on July 10, 1953, in Baraboo, the son of Thomas and Doreen (Giese) Barrow.
After graduating from Lodi High School in 1971, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1971 - 1974 in the 82nd Airborne Division during the Vietnam Conflict.
Rod earned his nursing degree at Edgewood University and worked for the Central Wisconsin Center, as a registered nurse, where he retired. Even after retirement, Rodney was employed with the Lodi Public School System, for over 20 years, giving care to the Primary and Elementary students.
He was a member of Wisconsin Trappers Association, the National Registered Group of Nurses and the American Legion Post 216.
Rodney’s favorite pass times were spending time with family and friends, hunting, fishing, gardening, and seeing his grandkids. He was always up for a game of Euchre, guiding the boat to the best honey hole, homemade fish fries and always willing to lend a helping hand.
Rodney is survived by daughter, Iris Barrow; sons, Nathan (Brandi) Barrow and Wallace Barrow; two grandchildren, Auden Barrow and Birdie Barrow; four brothers, Dennis (Robin) Barrow, Thomas (Glenna) Barrow, Allen (Gloria) Barrow and William Barrow, and sister, Doreen Powers.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Barry.
Funeral Service will be held at GUNDERSON LODI FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 157 S. Main St., Lodi, 11:30 a.m., Monday, October 4, 2021. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 3, 2021, and also at the funeral home from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday. Lunch will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 167 S. Main St., Lodi, on Monday, following the burial.
Memorials may be made to Adult & Teen Challenge where Rodney was a monthly supporter.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Lodi
Funeral & Cremation Care
157 South Main Street
(608) 592-3201
Events
Visitation
Sun Oct 3, 2021 @ 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Lodi Funeral & Cremation Care • 157 S. Main St., Lodi, WI 53555
Visitation
Mon Oct 4, 2021 @ 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
Gunderson Lodi Funeral & Cremation Care • 157 S. Main St., Lodi, WI 53555
Funeral Service
Mon Oct 4, 2021 @ 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Lodi Funeral & Cremation Care • 157 S. Main St., Lodi, WI 53555
Graveside Service
Mon Oct 4, 2021 @ 12:30 PM - 12:45 PM CDT
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery • Sauk Street, Lodi, WI 53555
Military Honors
Mon Oct 4, 2021 @ 12:30 PM - 12:45 PM CDT
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery • Sauk Street, Lodi, WI 53555
Luncheon After Burial
Mon Oct 4, 2021 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT
American Legion Post #216 • 167 S. Main St., Lodi, WI 53555
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Memories
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Cheri Brisky (Mayfield)
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I am so sorry to hear of one of my classmates passing. He was a great guy!
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Audrey McCubbin
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Our Sympathy to the family, Rodney’s passing is such a tragedy. He was a wonderful, caring person who will be missed by many. Will miss his warm smile and caring ways. Heaven gained an angel, fly free my friend. Thoughts and prayers, Audrey and Stephen McCubbin
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Lyle Hendrickson
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Our deepest sympathy to the Barrow Family. Rodney was a true professional and worked so well with the younger students at the School District of Lodi. His calm, friendly, and caring attitude made everyone feel welcome. We will never forget your smile and keen sense of humor. Thanks Rodney for a job well done. You will be missed. Lyle and Chris Hendrickson
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Carol Schleicher Niehoff
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I worked with Rodney at CWC and he was so good with the residents and staff. We have so many great memories. Love you Rodney, till we all meet again God Bless 🙏!
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Bonnie Zeman
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Rodney was very pleasant and fun. Actively participating in life. He will surely be missed here on earth but will see him again. To his children...you were his joy. Bonnie zeman
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Sandy Duntz
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Rodney was such a great guy to work with He will be truly missed .Rest in Heaven my friend